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There are conflicting views over the economic benefits data centers may bring to a community.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

While there are conflicting accounts for the origins and symbolism of the Easter Bunny, brown hares were common in mainland Europe long before rabbits -- originating from the Iberian Peninsula -- became popular.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2024

“There are conflicting desires in crafting the nominating process,” Belt said.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 13, 2024

There are conflicting reports of why Mr Alamgir, 75, was arrested.

From BBC • Oct. 29, 2023

The statements of their respective friends are very diverse, sometimes contradictory, and even the official records of the court of France are conflicting.

From Glimpses of the Past History of the River St. John, A.D. 1604-1784 by Raymond, W. O. (William Odber)